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The Third Annual Miss ARC Pageant Gets the Par-Tea Started Sunrise Native Is Miami Dolphins Calendar Girl PulsePoint App Launches in Sunrise

SCHOOL NEWS 10 Local Elementary Students Show Their Appreciation to the Sunrise Police Department 10 Look Whooo’s Learning Something New – Sandpiper First Graders

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Mayor’s Message 14 The City of Sunrise Salutes Veterans

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1st Artist Encounter Series – Business for the Arts of Broward will partner with IKEA Sunrise to present the Artist Encounter Series at the Sunrise IKEA store, 151 NW 136 Ave., where visitors can experience live demonstrations, performances or hands on workshops. Visitors can get up close and personal with artist Dawn Verheylewegen, an accomplished portrait artist who works in graphite pencil, watercolor and oil. FREE – 1:00-4:00pm Contact rvegas@bfabroward.org for more information.

6th “Sunrise Pops the Cork!” Gala – Enjoy live entertainment, a fabulous Italian buffet, a champagne and wine bar, a silent auction, and a special Sunrise Pops ensemble performance under the direction of Clark McAlister. Proceeds from this festive fundraiser will support the Pops’ student scholarship and be used for new music purchases. Visit www.sunrisepops.org for information and tickets – 6:30-9:30pm – Sunrise Civic Center – 10610 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise. 29th Annual Broward Alzheimer’s Conference – November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. This year’s conference will be held in the Conference Center at Broward Health North – 1600 S. Andrews Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale – Space is limited – Reserve your tickets by calling 954745-9567- The cost for participating is: Caregivers and Seniors (60 and over) $20.00 and Professionals $40.00. Presented by the Aging and Disability Resource Center – 5300 Hiatus Road, Sunrise.

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gather from 10:00am-12:00pm in the lobby of the Sunrise Civic Center Theatre located at 10610 West Oakland Park Blvd. People of all ages and skill levels, including those who have never played chess, are invited to participate in supervised open play. New players can be taught and guided by more experienced players. The Club creates year-round opportunities for friendly competition and learning, and supplements the work of schoolbased groups in Sunrise. For more information about the City’s open-play chess sessions, call (954)746-3207. (This month’s games are also November 14th, 21st, 28th) To learn more about chess programming in Sunrise – including the City’s free, weekly, open-play sessions – please visit www.sunrisefl. gov/chess . Cultural Festival – The Festival features live entertainment - including music and dance - children’s activities, and vendors selling a variety of ethnic foods. The Cultural Festival is sponsored by T-Mobile and Memorial Healthcare System. Free admission – 2:00-8:00pm- City Park- 6800 Sunset Strip, Sunrise -Call (954)747-4600 for more information. “The Brave Tin Soldier” – Enjoy Hans Christian Andersen’s classic “toy story” about a wounded tin soldier who falls in love with a music-box ballerina. This Atlantic Coast Theatre production is the perfect start to your holiday season. 2:00pm - Sunrise Civic Center - 10610 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise. General admission: $7 per person. Purchase your tickets through the Sunrise Civic Center Theatre Box Office, open Tuesday and Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; and one hour before shows. (954) 747-4646.

11th Veterans Day Ceremony – Join us at the Sunrise Civic Center Amphitheater as we honor all U.S. military personnel. The ceremony will feature a threeround volley, distinguished speakers, and the presentation of colors. Light refreshments will be served. For more information call (954) 747-4600. – 10:30am – Sunrise Civic Center - 10610 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise.

13th-15th Open Play Chess – Each Saturday morning, the City hosts FREE open chess play for all ages. Participants

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$6 FLIFF members. (Prices may be higher for special screenings.) Visit www.FLIFF.com for film titles and screening times. Sunrise Civic Center – 10610 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise.

14th Cocktails & Conversation w/ Pulitzer Prize Winning Author, Ron Suskind – The event will be set up as a live interview with Channel 10’s Glenna Milberg and Ron Suskind discussing Ron’s book called Life, Animated: A Story of Sidekicks, Heroes, and Autism, which is a real-life story about his son who suffered from autism and couldn’t speak for years. In Suskind’s book, he talks about how he used Disney animation to communicate with his son and how his son memorized dozens of Disney movies using them to express himself. - 8:00pm-10:00pm - JAFCO Children’s Ability Center - 5100 N. Nob Hill Road, Sunrise - $54 per person For more information contact Claudia Welsh at 954-315-8698 or www.jafco.org/ events/cocktails-conversation.

20th Motown Sound – Hear the B.B. King All-Stars play the songs of 1960s favorites, including Smokey Robinson, the O’Jays, Stevie Wonder, Wilson Pickett, and The Temptations. It’s an unforgettable evening of great music. Presented by Sincronia USA. Reserved seating: $16 adult, $14 student with ID, and $10 child. Purchase your tickets through the Sunrise Civic Center Theatre Box Office, open Tuesday and Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday from 12:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.; Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; and one hour before shows. (954) 747-4646. 8:00pm - Sunrise Civic Center – 10610 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise. “Lyrical Lounge” Teen Open Mic Night – Poets, singers, actors, musicians and other talented teens are encouraged to take the stage. Admission is free and light refreshments will be served. In order to go on stage, you must add your name to the sign-up sheet by 7:15 p.m. For more information, call (954) 747-4662 or email sdiaz@sunrisefl.gov. The Lyrical Lounge is presented in partnership with the Jason Taylor Foundation, the Omari Hardwick bluapple Poetry Network, the SPEAK! collective, and the Community Foundation of Broward. 7:00-9:00pm - Sunrise Civic Center Art Gallery - 10610 West Oakland Park Boulevard

21st Household Hazardous Waste Disposal – Rid your home of unwanted chemicals and more. This free household hazardous waste (HHW) disposal event is open exclusively to residents of Sunrise and Plantation. Proof of residency is required. 9:00am1:00pm - City of Plantation Public Works Compound, 750 NW 91st Avenue - For additional information – including a complete list of accepted items – visit www.sunrisefl.gov/hhw.

22nd Sunrise Pops in Concert with Guest Vocalist Ed Calle – unrise ops The Sunrise Symphonic Orchestra Symphonic Pops Orchestra returns to the Civic Center Theatre for their 29th season. Don’t miss the Pops’ fantastic renditions of Broadway tunes, opera, movies themes, and light classical, popular and dance music. Call (954) 747-4646 for information about season subscriptions. Tickets for individual concerts will be available beginning October 11: Premium reserved, $35 each; General reserved, $32 each; and Students with ID, $15 each. – 2:00pm - Sunrise Civic Center – 10610 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Sunrise.

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The Third Annual Miss ARC Pageant Gets the Par-Tea Started Community News

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ext month ARC Broward will be crowning the next Miss ARC for the third consecutive year on the stage of the historic Parker Playhouse. However, the festivities, sponsored by Manny and Annie Kadre and hosted by ARC Broward board member Tanya L. Bower, Esq. of Tripp Scott, started with a grand tea party at the Huizenga Pavilion in the Mary Porter Ballroom in September. Over 175 guests dressed in their tea party best to kick off the pageant. ARC Broward, a not-for-profit human organization dedicated to providing services to children and adults with developmental disabilities, is preparing to celebrate girls, ages 6-17, with disabilities. The pageant, sponsored by Holland & Knight, allows these girls the opportunity to showcase their talents, despite their challenges, while making new friends and gaining confidence. Since its inception two years ago, the pageant has given over 1,000 community members the chance to see contestants in a whole new light The afternoon tea party celebration started with pageant hosts Joy Taylor of the Zaslow and Joy Morning Show and Nicole Krauss, Media and Community Relations Manager for Publix Super Markets, introducing each of the twenty contestants and allowing them their time to shine. Pageant contestants were escorted by the ARC Broward Ambassadors, a group of young girls who are volunteering their time to be part of this very special pageant. Besides delicate finger sandwiches, wonder-

ful teas and delicious desserts catered by ARC Broward’s Culinary Institute, guests were awarded prizes for best tea party hats. Two winners in the adult division and two winners in the children’s division were judged by Stacy Ostrau, Publisher of Sun-Sentinel’s Society Scene, and Katie Adler, Owner of Miss Katie’s Charm School. “The Miss ARC Broward Pageant is one of the highlights Miss ARC Broward of the year for me. I look forward Contestants Stella Barlow and Bianca Almodovar to the pageant weekend and all of the events leading up. They provide opportunities to meet the contestants and their families and to witness their growth throughout the process. It’s a beautiful reflection of ARC Broward’s mission to transform our community,” said ARC Broward President/CEO Dennis Haas. The Miss ARC Broward Pageant will be held on November 15 at 3pm at the Parker Playhouse, contact Kristina Lucia at klucia@arcbroward.com or 954-746-9400 for more information. Tickets are on sale now, to purchase your ticket to the pageant, visit www. parkerplayhouse.com

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Sunrise Native Is Miami Dolphins Calendar Girl By Beverly Perkins

he Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders recently hosted their 20th annual “Swimsuit Calendar Unveiling and Fashion Show” at the North Club at the newly renovated Sun Life Stadium. The evening showcased the cheerleaders in their signature colors of aqua, orange and gold during the fashion show segment in honor of the Dolphins 50th season. Following the artistic fashion show, the 2016 calendar girls walked the runway. Sunrise native and 4th season cheerleader, Paige D., took her turn representing the tenth month as “Miss October”. Paige D. has lived in Sunrise her entire life and is a graduate of Sawgrass Elementary, Bair Middle School and Plantation High School. Being a Dolphins Cheerleader may look easy and glamourous, but these girls have to be dedicated to an intensive practice and game schedule while maintaining a healthy active lifestyle and life outside the team. During the season, they practice three times a week for three hours each night. In the offseason they take the time to rest and heal their bodies but still spend time rehearsing for local performances and events. “Balance, time management and fueling ourselves with healthy foods help us perform our best,” says Paige D. “When your mind is present, you’re able to focus on all the routines and be the best cheerleader you can be. After all, the goal is to have fun and do what you love most!”

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Besides cheering on the sidelines, Paige D. enjoys giving back to the community. She can be found volunteering at animal shelters and barns to help abandoned horses, reading books to children suffering from cancer and assisting each year in the Special Olympics. She also has a passion for design and loves creating ideas for fashion and interior décor. When asked if she loves football, Paige D. responds by saying, “I am a huge football fanatic! I have grown up watching football in my household ever since I could remember. Considering my dad has always been a loyal fan to the Miami Dolphins, I followed in his footsteps and feel in love with the team also. It has been a dream cheering for my favorite team in the NFL.” The 2016 Miami Dolphins Swimsuit Calendar can be ordered by visiting www. DolphinsCheerleaders. com.

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PulsePoint App Launches in Sunrise By Beverly Perkins

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The life-saving potential of bystander intervention is crucial as more than 1,000 people in the U.S. are dying each day from cardiac arrest. Statistically, four out of five cardiac arrests happen outside a hospital setting, so the likelihood of surviving a cardiac arrest falls by 10% for every minute that a person does not receive CPR assistance. National survival rates are below 8% because of the lack of an effective bystander CPR assistance. In addition, without timely CPR and AED assistance many who survive must endure a lifetime of residual neurological injuries. However, study after study proves effective bystander CPR provided immediately after sudden cardiac arrest can double, and even triple, a victim’s chance of survival and reduce if not eliminate permanent and debilitating injuries. “Normally, less than a third of these victims receive CPR from a bystander,” said Sunrise FireRescue Chief Thomas DiBernardo. “Widespread participation in the PulsePoint app can significantly improve survival rates for these patients.”

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he smartphone just got a whole lot smarter. Besides being the number one resource for immediate information, it now has the capability of saving lives and preventing catastrophic injuries. Recently the new smartphone application, PulsePoint Respond, launched and is just a click away. The free “app” is now active throughout the City of Sunrise and is available for both Android and iPhones. PulsePoint Respond takes advantage of citizens and off-duty professionals who are trained in CPR and who are willing to be available and assist in the event of an emergency. The location-aware software is linked to the 911 system. It is able to notify the registered users when someone may be in need of CPR in a nearby public space. If the app user responds to the alert they are given further instructions and also alerted if an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is nearby. As a result, PulsePoint users can potentially find a victim of cardiac arrest, begin CPR and implement an AED if necessary during the time it takes for FireRescue paramedics to arrive. “We are proud to support the first launch in South Florida of this important life-saving technology tool,” explained Sunrise Mayor Mike Ryan. “This app will not only inspire people to learn hands-only CPR and how to use an AED, this app will most certainly alter and save lives when minutes matter.”

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Local Elementary Students Show Their Appreciation to the Sunrise Police Department SCHOOL NEWS

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he 2015-2016 academic year has been off to a great start at Sandpiper and Sawgrass Elementary Schools. The students at Sandpiper began the first quarter by showing gratitude to the Sunrise Police Department by hosting a police appreciation day with a special breakfast and ceremony. In addition to the police officers honored, special guests included Sunrise Mayor Mike Ryan and School Board Member Robin Bartleman.

Sawgrass Elementary student Kelli Meyers thanks Sunrise Law Enforcement

Whole Truth Project, a group dedicated to protecting police officers wrongfully accused of misconduct. The purpose is to counteract the negative attention and publicity that law enforcement officers are receiving around the country. Sawgrass Elementary first grade student, Kelli Meyers, took the time to express her gratitude by presenting the Sunrise Police Department with a poster board filled with beautiful cards created by art students at her school along with home-

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The students drew, painted and wrote special messages for national “Thank a Police Officer Day”. Classes from kindergarten to fifth grade performed songs, poems and essays in the Media Center for officials who serve and protect the community. After the event, certain grades were able to tour the Command Unit and SWAT van courtesy of the department. This national day, September 19th, was founded by an organization called The

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Look Whooo’s Learning Something New – Sandpiper First Graders By Beverly Perkins

rs. Janick’s first graders at Sandpiper Elementary are some wise workers when it comes to their science lab. They started the school year studying predators, prey and creatures of the night in their science unit. Fortunately, Mrs. Janick signed up for a video conference and was able to obtain owl pellets for dissection so her class could have a better understanding of the relationship between predator and prey, as well as nature and the food chain. Pellets are indigestible material left in the gizzard that are unable to pass through the rest of the owl’s digestive track. In order to excrete this mass of undigested matter, the bird regurgitates it into a tight pellet similar to a cat’s hairball. Owls have been known to feed early in the evening and regurgitate a single pellet approximately 20 hours after eating. The contents can include exoskeletons of insects, bones, fur, feathers, bills, claws and teeth. Pellets are produced and regurgitated not only by owls, but by other raptors that swallow their prey whole such as eagles and hawks.

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This extraordinary kit contained the owl pellets, a chart of animal bones that owls usually eat and instructions on how to do the experiment. The students put on their lab coats, gathered their tools and gloves and dissected the pellets. They were then able to match the bones they found in the pellet to the chart to determine which animal was eaten. From the skull and jaw to the pelvic and femur, the bone chart had specifics of what each possible animal looked like. Students were told to gently inspect their pellet and note the size of the bones, feathers and any other clues to identify it. Next they had to carefully separate the bones from the fur or feathers and look for evidence of the wool eating moth life cycle such as eggs, pupae casings, cocoons or larvae. Finally, they were able to lay out the bones and reconstruct the skeleton that they found. These little scientists discovered a pellet with a nest of three baby voles, small rodents resembling mice, and another with a shrew, a small mole-like mammal. Owl bet it’s going to be a great school year in Mrs. Janick’s class.

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The City of Sunrise Salutes Veterans By Michael J. Ryan, Mayor of Sunrise

ach year on November 11th, we are called together as a nation and as a community to honor our men and women who have served in our U.S. military. Veterans Day is an opportunity for each of us to recognize – through gestures large and small – the individuals who are responsible for the freedoms we enjoy each day, and to understand their sacrifices and the sacrifices of their families. The City of Sunrise is proud to host a Veterans Day Ceremony, and to pay tribute to our veterans with music, powerful words which evoke the importance of the day, and the camaraderie of community. But, at the same time, we understand that our commitment to these brave men and women and their families must extend throughout the year and must be measured by much more than words. That’s why, in June, the Sunrise City Commission approved the establishment of a Veterans Advisory Board. This new Board provides our community with an opportunity to engage in a more comprehensive and meaningful effort to value and understand the service of our veterans, active duty personnel, and drilling reservists, as well as the contributions and challenges of their families. We selected Board members who are veterans, active duty personnel, drilling reservists and their families, as well as representatives from the entities best positioned to assist them: small and large employers in Sunrise, social service providers, the education sector, advocacy groups, economic development groups, and the health care industry. The inaugural members of the Veterans Advisory Board were installed in September, and are already playing key roles as advisors, educators, liaisons, and advocates on behalf of military service personnel and their families. If you would like to lend your support, please contact the City Clerk’s Office (954-746-3333) for details regarding the Board’s monthly meetings. You can also help by taking part in our annual Charity Softball Tournament, set for Saturday, November 21st. Teams from businesses and organizations throughout Sunrise are invited to play and to cheer on the City of Sunrise in its much anticipated rematch with the Greater Sunrise Chamber of Commerce. Best of all, the tournament’s proceeds will benefit veterans in our community. Contact the Sunrise Leisure Services Department at (954) 7474600 for details. Of course, November would not be complete without the City’s Thanksgiving Turkey Baskets. For almost 30 years, Sunrise officials and employees have partnered with businesses and community organizations to provide residents in need with the fixings for a complete Thanksgiving dinner. The families we serve are chosen from our social worker’s client list or recommended through the social work offices of our local schools. If you would like to contribute, please call the Sunrise Senior Center: (954) 746-3470. Have a wonderful month, and a happy and healthy Thanksgiving holiday! Mayor Michael J. Ryan For more information about our great city, including the events and programs I’ve mentioned here, be sure to visit us online at www.sunrisefl.gov and www.facebook.com/sunrisefl.

By Sunrise Police Chief John Brooks

ith the holiday season being such a hectic time of year, we remind you to be aware of your surroundings while shopping. Please take a moment to review these tips to ensure that you and your family remain safe and have great holiday season. We hope that you patronize all of our incredible businesses that have put countless hours into making this a great holiday shopping season for those who live, work, and shop in the City of Sunrise.

Before You Shop

▸▸ Beware of Burglars who target homes while shoppers are out – secure all doors and windows. ▸▸ Carry a cell phone. ▸▸ Carry only small amounts of cash. ▸▸ Shop during daylight hours whenever possible—or go with a friend if you shop at night (or the pre-dawn sales). ▸▸ Carry keys, credit cards and cash separate from each other. ▸▸ Be extremely careful and watchful when using ATM machines. ▸▸ Wear conservative, comfortable clothing, and minimal jewelry. ▸▸ While driving, keep your doors locked and windows rolled up – including in the parking lot.

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Holiday Shopping Safety

While Shopping

▸▸ Carry your purse close to your body and keep it zipped. ▸▸ Park close to where you are going and park in a well-lit area. ▸▸ Heighten your awareness – be aware of your surroundings and who is nearby. ▸▸ Grip carried items firmly and do not leave them unattended. ▸▸ Do not overload yourself with packages to maintain visibility and freedom of motion and to avoid mishaps. ▸▸ Pay for purchases with a check or credit card when possible. ▸▸ When hurried or in a crowded shop, take the time to make sure you get all forms of ID and credit cards returned to you before leaving. ▸▸ Notify the credit card issuer immediately if your credit card is lost or stolen. ▸▸ Keep a record of all credit card numbers in a safe place at home. ▸▸ Keep a close eye on children while shopping.

After Shopping

▸▸ Leave the mall before closing time; it is safer to walk out of the mall with other people. ▸▸ Be aware of strangers approaching you for any reason. At this time of year, “con-artists” may try various methods of distraction with the intent of taking your money or belongings. ▸▸ Use an escort or mall security if you have a lot of packages or if you are leaving the mall after closing. ▸▸ When returning to your vehicle, carry your keys in your hand and be ready to unlock the door and enter as quickly as possible. ▸▸ Check under your car as you approach it; this is a common spot for criminals to hide. ▸▸ Check the interior of your car before entering.

At Home

▸▸ After opening gifts, break down cardboard boxes of expensive electronics and put them somewhere out of public view prior to disposal, to hide the fact you have new high-value items in your home.

Happy Holidays from the Sunrise Police Department. Stay safe, Police Chief John Brooks To see more safety updates from Sunrise Police, “Like” us on Facebook at City of Sunrise Police Department, and follow us on Twitter @SunrisePoliceFL. Please take note of our nonemergency number: 954-764-HELP (4357)

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Have a Safe and Happy Thanksgiving By Thomas Dibernardo, Sunrise Fire Chief

he Sunrise Fire-Rescue Department wishes you and your family a very happy and safe Thanksgiving. As folks are spending more time in the kitchen preparing for the holiday feast, it’s especially important to stay safety-minded. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), cooking is the leading cause of home fires on Thanksgiving Day. A cooking fire is three times more likely on Thanksgiving than on any other day of the year. Most fires on Thanksgiving occur between noon and 4:00 p.m. – the peak cooking hours. Most of those fires can be easily avoided by staying in the kitchen and actively paying attention to what’s cooking. Home cooking fires are typically caused by unattended cooking equipment, a heat source left too close to flammable materials, product misuse, or cooking equipment that is not properly turned off. In addition to watching what you heat, keep the pot or pan lid nearby when cooking on the stove. If something were to flame up on the burner, slide the lid over it to put it out, and turn off the heat. For any fire beyond that, immediately go outside and call 9-1-1.

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The use of turkey fryers – which use a large amount of cooking oil at high temperatures –poses a significant danger and can lead to devastating burns or other injuries, as well as the destruction of property. If fried turkey is a “must” for your holiday tradition, the NFPA recommends seeking out grocery stores, specialty food retailers, and restaurants for preparation, or to use new “oil-less” turkey fryers. Thanksgiving is also a risky time for cooking-related burns. To prevent scalds and burns, cook on back burners and make sure all pot handles are turned inward so children don’t come into contact with them. Appliances that get hot, such as toaster ovens, should also be well out of a child’s reach. Have a “kid-free zone” of at least 3 feet around the stove and areas where hot food or drinks are prepared or carried. Keep these tips in mind, cook with caution, and enjoy a safe Thanksgiving with your family and friends For on-going safety tips, ‘Like’ us on Facebook at Sunrise FireRescue and follow us on Twitter@SunriseFRD.

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t is becoming somewhat commonplace for individuals who are going through a dissolution of marriage or other family law matter to avoid the cost of an attorney. In some instances, such strategy can be cost effective and successful. If it’s a short term marriage with little or no assets and no minor children, the process can be somewhat simple. This of course means that the parties are in full agreement and are basically just seeking to terminate their marriage. Any issue which is not resolved will complicate the process. The problem arises when individuals attempt to resolve their case without having the necessary knowledge and sign away their rights. Often they realize that they may have made a mistake and as a result seek a way to void the Agreement. It is often too late and the decisions they made are final and legally binding. A Marital Settlement Agreement is a legally binding contract entered into between two parties. Of course there may be legal grounds to set it aside under certain circumstances.

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